Tracy Norfleet, MD, FACP, advises: "Injection site may be infected if you notice redness, warmth, or tenderness or swelling in the area, and it keeps getting worse or lasts more than 1 to 2 days." Here are specific signs that should prompt you to consult your doctor: Pus or discharge coming from the injection site Warmth spreading beyond the immediate area Red streaking extending outward from the injection site Redness or swelling larger than 2 inches in diameter Hardened lumps that dont go away, suggesting a possible infection Severe pain that disrupts your daily activities Reactions lasting more than a week Unusual skin discoloration Fever accompanied by chills New lumps or swelling in your neck, especially with hoarseness or difficulty swallowing If any of these symptoms appear, dont delay contacting your healthcare provider

Lab work is included with the membership for patients who want blood work, and providers may request results before approving certain dose changes, but labs are not automatically required to begin or continue treatment
However, scientists have increasingly explored whether the drugs also affect dopamine signaling and other neural pathways associated with cravings and reward-seeking behavior
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However, semaglutide can also affect other parts of your body, including your heart